Shelby will discuss the legislative agenda for the first session of the 113th Congress and issues facing the nation and Alabama. He then will open the floor to questions and comments from the audience.

“Over the years, these meetings have provided an excellent opportunity for area residents to listen and voice their opinions on the activities of our government,” Shelby said in a news release. “This will be a great chance to discuss the important issues facing our state and our nation.”

<p>U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby, R-Tuscaloosa, has a series of meet-and-greet events scheduled for Saturday in West Alabama.</p><p>The meetings are free and open to the public.</p><p><b>-</b>Pickens County: 8 a.m., Carmen's Catering, 12 Third Ave. NW, Aliceville.</p><p><b>-</b>Lamar County: 10 a.m., the probate courthouse, 44690 Alabama Highway 17, Vernon.</p><p><b>-</b>Fayette County: 11:30 a.m., Sam's Smokehouse, 460 Columbus St. E., Fayette.</p><p><b>-</b>Marion County: 1:30 p.m., Boomerang's Hop Shop Café, 200 First St. NW, Hamilton.</p><p>Shelby will discuss the legislative agenda for the first session of the 113th Congress and issues facing the nation and Alabama. He then will open the floor to questions and comments from the audience.</p><p>“Over the years, these meetings have provided an excellent opportunity for area residents to listen and voice their opinions on the activities of our government,” Shelby said in a news release. “This will be a great chance to discuss the important issues facing our state and our nation.”</p>